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Pro-Marijuana group says state officials may have broken laws
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Politics
SIOUX FALLS - The group that pushed forward South Dakota’s medical marijuana measure in 2020 is officially sitting out of the 2022 election and not actively promoting any measure. But it’s taking a closer look at the actions from opponents of Initiated Measure 27 and other pro-marijuana measures. New Approach South Dakota is sending a number of inf
Cannabis Industry Association calls for US hemp reforms
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Business & Finance
The 2018 Farm Bill left the barn door open for dangerous and intoxicating forms of hemp says the the California Cannabis Industry Association (CCIA). The CCIA has released a white paper it says details the dangers associated with the growing number of increasingly intoxicating products currently being sold as “hemp” from a myriad of outlets, and ha
Consumers are turning to Cannabis concentrates and here’s why
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Cannabis News
As markets mature, cannabis users seek diversity and higher potency, triggering the demand for manufactured cannabis products. (Benzinga) According to The Brightfield Group, a cannabis analytics firm, cannabis consumers are turning to extracts and concentrates as they seek more bang for their buck. Falling flower prices and economics of scale behin
Uber Eats’ Cannabis delivery partnership with Leafly
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Technology
Before 2018, cannabis was illegal in Canada. Now, as of mid-October, Uber Eats can deliver it in Toronto as the result of a partnership with Leafly, an online marketplace for licensed cannabis retailers. This is the first time Uber will deliver cannabis anywhere in the world. This deal is being touted by Uber and Leafly as a great leap forward for
CBD Dog treats for Anxiety: 5 products to calm your bestie
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Cannabis News
Whether your dog has anxiety or you just need him to chill out a bit while you’re working, you may be looking for products that can help calm your pup. CBD can actually help your pet out with a bunch of different issues and conditions, like anxiety, trouble sleeping, pain, arthritis, mobility, and more — and it’s a great natural alternative to medi
Blocking cannabis law for political reasons will do ‘more harm than good’, says Thai Panel
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Politics
The bill was sent for review after coalition partner Democratic Party said the bill would promote the recreational use of the drug. BANGKOK – A farmers’ representative and a businessman called on the House to speed up the legislation of a cannabis control law so businesses know what they can and cannot do.The statement came on Monday from Prapat Pa
Arkansas business leaders join Gov. Hutchinson in opposing Recreational Marijuana
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Cannabis News
Arkansas business leaders joined Gov. Asa Hutchinson Monday in calling for voters to oppose Issue 4, the general election ballot measure that would legalize adult use cannabis. At a news conference at the headquarters of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce in Little Rock, the industry representatives said legalizing recreational marijuana would
Up to 40 Cannabis consumption lounges coming to Nevada
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Business & Finance
Up to 40 cannabis consumption lounges could be coming to Nevada as early next year. The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board on Monday announced it had received 100 completed state licensing applications during a 10-day window earlier this month. Nonrefundable application fees had been set at $100,000 for dispensaries; $10,000 for independent applicant
Boy who had 1,000 epileptic fits a month now seizure free due to Medical Cannabis
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Medical News
A boy who used to endure 500 life-threatening fits a month is set to celebrate his 1,000th seizure-free day, thanks to medical cannabis. Alfie Dingley, who suffers from severe epilepsy, is one of just three people in the UK to have been handed an NHS prescription for the drug. Mum Hannah Deacon says the cannabis – which was legalised for medicinal
City councilor wants Edmonton to be world’s cannabis capital
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Politics
An Edmonton city councillor wants the city to become the cannabis capital of the world. Coun. Michael Janz says after four years of legalization, he wants to see Edmonton become a pot tourism destination in Canada. “I think we already have all the ingredients here in Edmonton and Alberta,” said Janz, the councillor for Ward papastew. “We’ve got som
Iowa youth advocate seeks to launch Marijuana education campaign
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Cannabis News
A member of the Partnership for a Healthy Iowa is calling for a statewide campaign to reverse widespread social acceptance of marijuana among young people. Why it matters: He believes it can help save children from longer-term substance abuse issues or death. Driving the news: Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among people between the a
Customers sue California Marijuana company for overstating THC Potency in its joints
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Business & Finance
Two marijuana consumers have sued a California marijuana company because its joints contain a lower percentage of THC that declared and accused it of false advertising. According to the plaintiffs, the preroll joint advertised as the one "that will get you to Mars quicker than Elon Musk" allegedly raised concerns over the mislabeling of marijuana p
Just say no to Cannabis Candies
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Cannabis News
As Halloween festivities kick off in full swing, the California Department of Public Health reminds parents and consumers to keep their sweet-tasting cannabis edibles away from children. Hemp-derived products with THC may look like trick-or-treat sweets — things like gummies, lollipops, brownies and the sort — but these products can cause adverse r
Germany’s move to legalize Marijuana will spark a wildfire in Europe
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Politics
“Germany has long been the leader in medical cannabis reform and all the other countries in EU will follow with similar versions once completed,” said Mike Sassano, CEO of Somai Pharmaceuticals. Germany, the largest economy in Europe, is making plans to legalize and regulate recreational cannabis. On Wednesday, the health minister, Mr. Karl Lauterb
Fire Chief concerned marijuana grow waste ending up in Keystone Lake
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Business & Finance
PAWNEE COUNTY - Keith Buntin is the fire chief for the volunteer department at Station 58 in Pawnee County. He took pictures of what appears to be gloves, cans and other trash partially buried under mulch near Keystone Lake. He says he found the mess while responding to a fire a couple months ago. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics confirms they are
Does Cannabis enhance creativity and focus?
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Cannabis News
There are various mechanisms by which cannabis could impact creativity and focus. But is there any scientific data that supports the idea that it actually has a positive effect on either? Many people who consume cannabis for a cognitive boost are seeking to enhance their creativity and their focus at the same time. It could be a computer programmer
The normalization of Cannabis
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Business & Finance
In recent years, the cannabis industry has been booming. Research has created a new way to treat patients with debilitating health issues, like seizure disorders and chronic pain. Businesses have created marijuana-friendly spaces such as coffee shops, restaurants and lounges. Cannabis is becoming increasingly normalized in our society and the drug
Hemp and CBD to be removed from German narcotics act bringing an end to business prosecutions
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Business & Finance
While the draft of Germany’s cannabis laws has received a mixed response, those in the country’s hemp industry have welcomed developments. Earlier this month the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) confirmed the suspended prison sentences of two commercial traders of CBD flowers.  This was the latest in a long list of similar rulings with possibly hundr

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